At times oppresses it.

Eri. Why, how is this?

Con. Voices of woe, and prayers of agony,

Unto my soul have risen, and left sad sounds

There echoing still. Yet would I fain be gay,

Since ’tis your wish. In truth, I should have been

A village maid.

Eri. But being as you are,

Not thus ignobly free, command your looks

(They may be taught obedience) to reflect